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Christian Brothers University

#1014 in US ranking Memphis, TN
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Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$49,561
Tuition & fees
$39,750
Avg. aid
$28,991
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
87%
SAT range
1020–1380
ACT range
19–24

Outcomes

Graduation rate
55%
Median salary
$46,114
1 yr after graduation

What are the graduation rates for students at Christian Brothers University?

In the reported 2024-25 institutional data, Christian Brothers University's four-year graduation rate was 41%, while its six-year rate was 55%. The difference shows why applicants should examine both an on-time completion measure and a longer window.

These rates generally follow a defined cohort of first-time, full-time students seeking a bachelor's degree. They do not describe the graduation chances of every transfer, part-time, or graduate student. CBU's reported student retention rate was 75%, but retention and graduation measure different outcomes: returning for another year does not necessarily mean completing a degree. Students estimating their own timeline should also consider their major's course sequence, any transfer credits, and the affordability of each additional term.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Christian Brothers University?

Program-level earnings reported for Christian Brothers University vary substantially by field and should be read as outcomes for measured groups, not salary promises. College Scorecard figures supplied for roughly one year after completion include $68,648 for registered nursing, $65,131 for mechanical engineering, and $43,625 for business or commerce.

Other reported figures include $38,140 for clinical, counseling, and applied psychology and $31,354 for general psychology. A field label can cover more than one educational or career path, so applicants should confirm the credential and population behind any comparison. Earnings figures also omit important context such as hours worked, local labor markets, further study, and the debt a student takes on to complete a program.

For career preparation rather than measured earnings, CBU reports access to individual career counseling, résumé help, interview preparation, job-search resources, employer recruiting, and alumni networking. These services may help students pursue opportunities, but their availability is not an employment guarantee.

Christian Brothers University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation
55%
4-year graduation
41%
6-year graduation
55%

Christian Brothers University Retention and Employment

First-year retention, full-time students
75%
Employed 1 year after graduation
95%

Christian Brothers University Median Alumni Salary Over Time

1 year after graduation
$46,114
4 years after graduation
$68,058
5 years after graduation
$68,603
7 years after graduation
$74,041
10 years after starting college
$55,642

Alumni Salary for Christian Brothers University Degrees

Degrees

Avg. salary

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$36,110

Business/Commerce, General

$43,625

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

$38,140

Mechanical Engineering

$65,131

Psychology, General

$31,354

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$68,648

Christian Brothers University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

372966

Health Professions and Related Programs

47350

Engineering

132538

Psychology

20626

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

9817

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

21416

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

12416

Engineering/Engineering-related Technologies/Technicians

2911

English Language and Literature/Letters

516

Education

303

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

40133173

Health Professions and Related Programs

551671

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

252348

Education

31738

Engineering/Engineering-related Technologies/Technicians

5914

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

639

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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